Surprise! We’re wrapping up season 1 with a bonus episode all about the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of building Side Hustle Diaries from the ground up. Kristine and Eileen spill the tea on podcasting for the first time, plus the big takeaways from our incredible guests. Have thoughts on season 1 or want more in season 2? Let us know!

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Firdows Muhammad is a customer success manager who runs a mobile notary business on the side. We’ll talk about what it takes to run this unique business, how it fits into her life, and what’s been key to making it all work. Listen in if you’re curious about the world of notaries or just looking for more side hustle inspiration. 

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https://www.denanotary.com/

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Donate to help the LA Wildfire recovery: 

California Community Foundation Wildfire Recovery Fund

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Kay Aung started her journey into home staging while working full-time on a real estate team as a client care and project manager. Tune into this episode to learn the behind-the-scenes process of creating inspiring spaces in real estate and how she grew Harmony Home Stage into the thriving business that it is today. 

Follow and support Kay: 
Instagram: @harmonyhomestagellcWebsite: https://harmonyhomestage.com/

Kiara Wilson turned her favorite workout into a side hustle into her full-time gig. She shares her story of how she discovered pilates, became a pilates instructor while working her corporate tech job, and now owns and manages a BODYROK studio in Santa Barbara. Listen to this episode to hear Kiara’s journey and learn what it’s like to run a fitness studio franchise. 

Follow and support Kiara: 

Instagram: @bodyroksb

Lily Tran has turned her love for planning memorable, social experiences into creating Slay Events, a premier wedding planning boutique based in California. She shares her story of how she grew her business and how she’s trying to make wedding planning a more community-driven, supportive industry. Tune in to learn more about how she slays managing her wedding planning side hustle alongside her full time job. 

Follow and support Lily: 

Instagram: @slayevents.ca and @ringmasters.sd

Website: slay-events.com

After experiencing burnout and a deep disconnect from her corporate tech job, Liwei turned inward and went on a personal, emotional transformation to discover her inner voice, reflect on her upbringing, and develop the courage to change paths. All of this led her to start becoming a heart-centered life coach for Asian millennials. Listen to this episode to learn about Liwei’s personal journey to unlearn the tendencies holding her back and how she’s building the skills to start her own coaching practice. 

Follow and support Liwei:

Instagram: @tidbitsfromliwei

Website: https://alaliwei.com/

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Kathy is a full-time nurse with a passion for modeling and a heart for sustainable fashion and animal rights. While her days are spent caring for others in the medical field, Kathy carves her own path in the world of modeling, specializing in editorial shoots that capture her unique style and ethos. 
Follow Kathy on Instagram: @kathylim.archive & @kathywasabi

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By day, Annie Nishida writes for shows on major TV and streaming networks. Knowing that the entertainment industry has its ups and downs, Annie was seeking out a way to stay creatively fulfilled and that’s when she started to make her own stuff. Tune in to hear how Annie creates and sells her artwork at Zine Fests, markets, and her online web store.

Follow and support Annie by following her on Instagram @annienishida and by checking out her webshop at annienishida.com.

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By day, Audrey Fok is an entertainment studio stage manager. By night, she taps into the multi-billion dollar industry of sports card sales and collectibles via social commerce platforms. Hear how she captivates audiences during these sessions as she seamlessly balances being a sports fan, business woman, and entertainer.

Follow and support Audrey on Whatnot and Instagram: @oddercollects

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Eileen and Kristine

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Knowing she's always wanted to start her own business and become an entrepreneur, Jessica Cho finds her niche by crafting bridal and bachelorette-themed goods to sell on her popular Etsy shop while working full-time as a Quality & Systems Engineer in aerospace. Find out what first inspired to kick off her shop, how she sources the best materials, and how she optimizes for online sales.

Follow and support Jessica on Instagram and Etsy: @thebachclub